Meaning of the word dilute in English

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dilute

US /daɪˈluːt/

UK /daɪˈluːt/

make (a liquid) thinner or weaker by adding water or another solvent to it

Example:

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You should dilute the juice with water before drinking.

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The paint needs to be diluted for a smoother application.

Synonym:

weaken thin water down adulterate attenuate

make (something) weaker in force, content, or value by modifying it or adding other things to it

Example:

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The new policy might dilute the original goals of the organization.

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His influence has been diluted by the emergence of new leaders.

Synonym:

weaken reduce diminish lessen attenuate

(of a liquid) made thinner or weaker by having had water or another solvent added to it

Example:

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The chemist prepared a dilute solution of acid.

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Always use dilute bleach for cleaning to avoid damage.

Synonym:

weak thin watery attenuated

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